Category Alumni Highlights

Where Are They Now: Nasean Catron

Nasean Catron started at StreetSquash in 2008 and that was the beginning of his road to independence. His first experience with the program was spent at the YMCA and Central Park.   “I was always excited to participate in drills and workouts,” Nasean said. I enjoyed...
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Where Are They Now: Joetta Francis

  Joetta Francis was always an athlete. When StreetSquash came to Thurgood Marshall Academy to introduce students to the program the summer prior to 7th grade, she was up for the challenge.    “I love a new sport and the challenges that come with it,” Joetta said....
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Where Are They Now: Cody Levy

Cody Levy realized quickly that StreetSquash was a way to get him out of his shell. He started the program at the recommendation of his mother in the summer of 2004 at 13 years old. He graduated in...

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Where Are They Now: Ladonis Gaillard

  Ladonis Gaillard was one of StreetSquash’s earlier participants, beginning the program in 2002 as a 12-year-old. She learned the game of squash on the courts at The Harvard Club and Columbia University when StreetSquash ran programming from those facilities.   Like many participants, she...
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